How many syllables in “ammonia”?
syllables in "ammonia"
Word details
Syllables
3
am · mo · nia
Letters
7
a · m · m · o · n · i · a
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “ammonia”
The word “ammonia” contains 3 syllables, divided as am · mo · nia. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ammonia" have?
"ammonia" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "ammonia" into syllables?
"ammonia" is divided into syllables as: am · mo · nia.
What is the Scrabble score for "ammonia"?
The Scrabble score for "ammonia" is 11 points.
Using “ammonia” in writing
Three-syllable words like "ammonia" (am · mo · nia) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “ammonia” is worth 11 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.